Research from our Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers over the past 30 years has contributed to the evidence base and advanced knowledge in behavioral health care and medicine. Each study also includes materials that support translation of our findings into practice, policy, and people's daily lives.
Wellness Recovery Action PlanThis randomized controlled trial study demonstrated that WRAP reduces psychiatric symptoms, enhances recovery and self-advocacy skills, and increases hopefulness and quality of life. Learn more and access peer-reviewed research articles. Access WRAP and WRAP facilitator training. Read about the outcomes of our WRAP for Healthy Aging project. Whole Health Action Management
This randomized controlled trial study demonstrated that WHAM improved patient activation, perceived general medical health, hopefulness, and likelihood of paid employment among people with mental illnesses and co-occurring medical conditions. Learn more and access a peer-reviewed research article. Access WHAM facilitator training. Promoting Self-Determination through Self-Directed Care in TexasThis randomized controlled trial study demonstrated that participants who received mental health SDC were more likely to work, to be taking classes, and to have lower somatic symptom distress than controls. They also had greater coping mastery, higher self-esteem, and higher self-perceived recovery, as well as greater ability to ask for help, to use social support, and to pursue recovery goals. They also were more likely than controls to perceive their service delivery system as client-driven. Learn more and access a peer-reviewed research article. Access our Self-Directed Care Manual, a podcast, and a how-to webinar. Evaluation of Factors Associated with 30-Day Readmission Following Medical Hospitalization
Our evaluation is the largest and only multistate study to date of exclusively working age Medicaid beneficiaries. Our results suggest that working-age Medicaid beneficiaries with serious mental illnesses were more likely than those without mental illnesses to experience unplanned 30-day readmissions, and that the odds of readmission were highest for those with schizophrenia, followed by bipolar disorder, and then major depressive disorder. In a related study, we determined that mental health services after discharge may be protective against readmission following medical hospitalization for adults with mental illnesses. Access the article about factors associated with readmission. Access the article about mental health services as protective against readmission. Nutrition and Exercise for Wellness and Recovery
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Building Recovery of Individual Dreams and Goals through Education and SupportThis randomized controlled trial study demonstrated that BRIDGES increases empowerment, self-esteem, self-advocacy, and assertiveness. Learn more and access peer-reviewed research articles. Learn more about BRIDGES. Health Screening of Medical Co-Morbidities among Adults in Mental Health RecoveryOur health screening study contributes to the knowledge base about the prevalence of medical co-morbidities among people who use public mental health services. As a result of attending our health fairs, participants also experienced significant increases in self-rated abilities for health practices, personal competence for health maintenance, and health locus of control. Learn more and access peer-reviewed research articles. Access our health fair manual, a podcast, and a how-to webinar. A Diabetes Registry in a Medical Health Home for People with Mental IllnessesThis study found that a diabetes registry led to significant improvements over time in A1C, total cholesterol, triglycerides, triglyceride/HDL ratio, and blood pressure among patients of two Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) serving adults with serious mental illnesses. Learn more and access a peer-reviewed research article. Access a Diabetes Education Toolkit, a podcast, and a how-to webinar. Download a free disease registry you can start using today! The Mental Health & Rehabilitation Needs of Recipients of Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) in IllinoisThis study found a high prevalence of current and lifetime mental health and substance abuse disorders among women receiving TANF. Most recipients who were found to have mental health disorders were not receiving needed mental health services. Learn more and access a peer-reviewed research article. Assessing Cultural Competency in Peer-Run Mental Health ProgramsThis project developed and evaluated the impact of a cultural competency assessment in 9 peer-run programs in the U.S. Results suggested that peer-run programs benefit from assessing their cultural competency, and implementing program-specific strategies to improve their ability to engage people from across diverse groups. Learn more and access a peer-reviewed research article. Access our Assessment, a podcast, and a how-to webinar. Asset Accumulation through Individual Development AccountsThis evaluation demonstrated that savers with mental illnesses can develop assets and reach their financial goals when receiving integrated financial education and clinical support. Learn more and access a peer-reviewed research article. Find financial education resources. Advance Crisis Management Program for Inpatient FacilitiesIn an evaluation, the Advance Crisis Management program was associated with decreased utilization of mechanical restraint in a university medical center's psychiatric inpatient units, without increases in patient or staff injuries. Learn more and access a peer-reviewed research article. Download the Advance Crisis Management Manual. |